2012 HONDA PILOT heater

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigati
on system manual.
If equipped
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4 : 4WD models only
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HORN
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
HANDLE
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR CONTROLS
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
SWITCH HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
HANDLE STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTPASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
VTM-4 LOCK
BUTTON ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS (P.186)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON
(P.125)
POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER
SWITCH
(P.137)
(P.144, 149) VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.132) (P.85)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.129)
(P.35)
(P.123)
(P.534)
(P.484) (P.174) (P.172)
(P.167)
(P.497)
(P.171) (P.430)(P.165)
(P.129, 173)
(P.520)
(P.392)
BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.441, 462)
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 64 ............................
Instrument Panel . 65
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 67
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Gauges . 80
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 85
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel . 122
Windshield Wipers and .................................
Washers . 123
Rear Window Wiper and
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Washer . 124
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 125
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Hazard Warning Button . 129
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Rear Window Def ogger . 129
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 130
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 132
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Keys and Locks . 133
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Immobilizer System . 134
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Ignition Switch . 136
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Door Locks . 137
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Childproof Door Locks . 143
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Tailgate and Glass Hatch . 143
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Power Tailgate . 144
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Glass Hatch . 148
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Remote Transmitter . 150
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Seats . 154
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Detachable Anchor . 163 ..................................
Seat Heaters . 165
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Power Windows . 167
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Moonroof . 170
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Parking Brake . 171
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Mirrors . 172
Driving Position Memory
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System . 174
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Interior Lights . 176
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Interior Convenience Items . 179
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Center Console . 180
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Console Compartments . 180
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Beverage Holders . 181
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Storage Compartment . 182
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Glove Box . 183
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Integrated Sunshades . 183
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Sunglasses Holder . 183
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Conversation Mirror . 184
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Sun Visor . 184
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Vanity Mirror . 185
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Coat Hooks . 185
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet . 187
Cargo Floor Storage
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Compartment . 188
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Cargo Net . 188
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigati
on system manual.
If equipped
1:2: 3:
4 : 4WD models only
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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HORN HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
HANDLE
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER
SWITCH
MIRROR CONTROLS
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
SWITCH
HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
HANDLE STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
VTM-4 LOCK
BUTTON
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS (P.186)
BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTONWINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
On Touring models is shown. (P.125)
(P.137)
(P.144, 149) (P.129)
(P.123)
(P.35)
(P.85)
(P.132)
(P.534)
(P.484) (P.174) (P.172)
(P.167)
(P.497)
(P.171) (P.430)
(P.165)
(P.129, 173)
(P.520)
(P.392)
(P.441, 462)
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Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility bef ore
starting to drive.
The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button lights to show the
def ogger is on. If you do not turn it
of f , the def ogger will shut itself of f
af ter about 15 minutes. It also shuts
of f when you turn of f the ignition.
You have to turn it on again when
you restart the vehicle. The def ogger wires on the inside of
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side-to-side.
Pushing this button also turns the
mirror heaters on or of f . For more
inf ormation, see page .
Pushthebuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (f our-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both turn
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled. 173
If equipped
Rear Window Def ogger
Hazard Warning Button
Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Def ogger
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The outer second row seat cushions
and seat-backs are equipped with
seat heaters. Turning the switch on
the driver side warms the outer seat
behind the driver

Follow these precautions when using
the seat heaters:Donotusetheseatheaterinthe
HI setting f or an extended period,
because it draws large amounts of
current from the battery.
Push the right side of the switch, HI,
to rapidly heat up the seat. Af ter the
seat reaches a comfortable
temperature, select LO by pushing
the lef t side of the switch. This will
keep the seat warm.
If the engine is lef t idling f or an
extended period, do not use the
seat heaters even on the LO
setting. It can weaken the battery,
causing hard starting.
The heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn of f
af ter a period of time.
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Heat induced burns are
possible when using seatheaters.
Persons with a diminished
ability to sense temperature
(e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or
paralysis) or with sensitive skin
should not use seat heaters.
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If equipped
On Touring models
The outside mirrors are heated to
remove fog and frost. With the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
position, turn on the heaters by
pressing the button. The indicator in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off. Pressing this button also
turns the rear window def ogger on
and off.
Both outside door mirrors have a
reverse tilt f eature. When in reverse,
the selected mirror will tilt down
slightly to improve your view as you
parallel park. Shif ting out of reverse
will return the mirror to its original
position.
To tilt the driver

Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red mark,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
The ventilation system draws in
outside air, circulates it through the
interior, then exhausts it through
vents near the rear side panels.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.
Select and fresh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. You will see A/C ON in
the display.
Make sure the temperature is set
to the lower limit.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select f resh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and fresh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Using the A /C
Ventilation Using the Heater
Features
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